In case you haven’t been following on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, he is here! Our sweet baby boy was born on December 20th at 8:05 AM. In blog world, he’ll be known as N.
He has a super cute name, but I’m trying to keep some things private to protect him, just like I do with our adorable daughter, E.
I was induced a couple of days past my due date, but didn’t end up having to have Pitocin because labor started on its own–hooray! This was a huge answer to prayers. Labor was rough, but went quickly. We were admitted to the hospital for the induction Wednesday night (the 19th of December) at 8pm, and by 8am the next morning, I was holding my boy! (Those are not my arms in the photo below, though–fyi.)
(As a side note, my husband and I called N “she” for the first 24 hours. I even called him by my daughter’s name once in the middle of the night while I was nursing. Oops. Sorry kiddo. We’re finally adjusted to having a boy around.)
We’ve had a few stressful moments and bumps in the road but he seems to be a healthy and perfect little boy. We are so very very blessed. My husband is a school administrator, so the timing could not have been better. He had (has) over two weeks home with us, which has been fantastic. It has been especially great for E, who has been getting tons of attention with both of her parents home. She’s great with N, loves to hold him and give him sweet kisses on the head.
I’m only freaking out a little about how I’m going to manage everything when Ben goes back to work.
Okay, that’s a lie. I’m totally freaking out. Ben has been doing SO much around here, I have no idea how I’ll manage, but I’m sure once we get into a routine things will be fine.
Right?
I’ll be back to regular blogging eventually, but I’m not putting a time frame on that. In the meantime, I have the usual Tuesday “day in the life” posts scheduled as well as some great guest posts. I’ll try to stay in touch via Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. I’d appreciate it if you could all post more photos on Instagram at 3AM, I need some new material while I am nursing. Thanks!
Of course, you can find tons more pictures of both kiddos on Instagram. Food will come back eventually, I promise.
Oh and I’m already stressing out about N being a teenager–this kid is going to be tall (99th percentile for height!), dark and handsome. And he has dimples. Lord help me, the ladies are going to be lining up at the door.
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So adorable! Congratulations again on your beautiful bundle of joy. The pictures of the two of them together are just precious.
Thanks! Every time she kisses his head, my heart melts into a puddle.
Hi N, you cutey-pants! You are simply adorable. Your big sister is pretty adorable too!
Thanks Carolyn!
What a Christmas blessing!!! So glad you’re enjoying this special time with your family of FOUR!! Enjoy every single minute my friend. xo
Thanks! Definitely enjoying it–it seems so weird to think that there were only three of us less than two weeks ago!
SO CUTE!!! I love that little hat N is wearing
Thanks Megan! Old Navy
I think.
OMG I love those cute photos of N & E, they are just so sweet! So happy for you Rachel! I can’t imagine taking care of 2 little ones so I give you a ton of credit for doing that while your husband is at work!
Thanks Lauren!
Congrats!! He is darling.
Thanks Katie!
He is so so so adorable and perfect! Boys are fun… you are going to have a blast. Congrats to you and your family! xoxo
Thanks Carrie! I’m so excited to see what his personality is going to be like.
He’s adorable, congrats! Don’t worry about calling him (or E for that matter) by the other name…or a combination of the two! =) My bro and I are Jennifer and Jonathan; I would get called Jonifer and my brother Jennathon. LOL
Haha! I bet you guys hated that, though.
He is perfect! So happy for you guys! Hope you are feeling great too!
Thanks! You guys will have to come by and meet him.
Congrats Rachel – Baby N is gorgeous! What a fabulous Christmas gift
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Thanks Aly. You’re right, best Christmas gift ever
YEA!!!!! What a beautiful baby boy!!!! The pictures you took are amazing! What a miracle life is!
….and no, you might not shower for days, nor eat a balanced meal, nor speak words other then babble for the next few months…..but enjoy every minute of it! These are the moments that make life and be present and love them! The days go by fast and you will wish you slowed down to blow bubbles with them! Your blog, and we will be here, but these moments wont! NOW,…go love on those babies!!!! …and take care of yourself!!!
Thanks Stacy! Love your advice.
Awww Rachel he’s precious!!! What a wonderful Christmas gift
Thanks Kayle! Best Christmas yet.
Congratulations
Thanks Chris!
Rachel — He is ADORABLE. Definitely what my mom calls a “cart-stopper.”
Congrats!
Ha—”cart stopper.” Love that! Thank you
So happy for you–He is precious! (And your little N and I share a birthday
) I love the pictures of your little girl and him-adorable!
Thanks Bree! And thanks again for your upcoming guest post
How precious N is and the photos with E are heart warming!! Tantissimi auguri!
Thank you! Melts my heart to see them together
He is SUCH a little cutie pie. I’m so glad he and your family are doing well! Enjoy every second with him.
Thanks Tara!
Congratulations Rachel! He’s just cuter than cute! And the pictures with your daughter make it even better
I remember those first days home with the new one (I have 2 girls, 2 yrs apart) and all I can tell you is what everyone else does, rest when he does if at all possible! And when your younger one take her nap, TAKE A NAP! The laundry, dishes, etc. will wait and can be done while she’s awake whereas sleeping cannot 
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your sweet family!
Thanks! I’m not so great at that whole napping thing, but I’m trying
Congrats, Rachel! Your little boy is so precious!! PS: When our son was born we called him a girl for few days too
Thanks Anna! Hard to get used to the change in pronoun.
He’s precious, and so is little E. But I guess she’s not so little any more
Oh my goodness, she seems SO big now. Just wait, you’ll see.
He is so cute Rachel…and I have every confidence you will transition fine when the hubs goes back to work. You are a multi-tasker extraordinaire!
Thanks for the vote of confidence, Barb!
Congratulations, congratulations, CONGRATULATIONS, Rachel, to you and your lovely, lovely family! What a wonderful blessing and such a perfect way to start out 2013. Cheers to you and your handsome new addition – I hope you both are able to get a little bit of rest over the next few days!!
Thanks Meagan! Doing what I can in the rest department before Ben heads off to work
He’s gorgeous, congrats! Adjusting to two is easier than adjusting to one (for me at least!) Hang in there and you’ll do fine!
Thanks Kelley! Ben and I keep saying, “Why did we think one kid was hard?” lol! The adjustments are different though, that’s for sure. Less of a shock.
congratulations!!
Thanks Sarah!
i have been following along on IG and Twitter but am so excited to see the official blog announcement! Two beautiful children-congrats!
Thanks Natalie!
Congratulations to you and your lovely family, Rachel! What a way to start off 2013! I wish much joy for you and yours in the coming weeks, months, and years, as well as a little rest for you and your handsome new addition!!
Thanks Meagan! Happy New Year
Oh my gosh!! He is so cute!!!
Thanks Steph! Can’t wait to “meet” your little man!
Congratulations!!! He is so adorable. And the pics of the two little ones together… gorgeous! I’m so happy for you, and glad all is well. I totally remember that overwhelming feeling of how I was going to manage once my hubby went back to work. Be encouraged, you will be fine.
You might feel a little nutty, but you’ll make it! heehee. Blessings to you!!!
Thanks Chellie! I’m sure I’ll feel more than a little nutty.
Oh, I love him!! Both your kiddos are ridiculously cute. Can’t wait to someday meet all of you… hopefully!
That definitely needs to happen! xo
Congrats to your family! He is adorable & “E,” looks like such a helpful & loving big sister! Awww so beautiful are new babies!
Thanks Chelsea! I’m loving the baby cuddles and new baby smell
I agree that people need to update facebook and instagram more in the middle of the night for us moms we are feeding. I think we need to start a late night group because I seriously get bored.
Sounds great, Meagan! lol The only problem is my cell phone hurts my eyes at night…
Big, big congratulations Rachel. He is such a handsome little guy and I love the pictures of E with him; she obviously loves being a big sister!
Thanks Kathryn! She is doing fantastic! Only had one little meltdown so far when we put N in her stroller. “Mine! Mine!” But she got over it quickly
Precious, precious! What a great gift to your family, just in time for Christmas
Congrats Rachel!
God bless your family!
He is so sweet and I’m pretty sure E is the best big sister ever. Congrats, again, they are both beautiful children!
Thanks Cassie! xoxo
Oh my – he is just the cutest little bundle of deliciousness! Enjoy that sweet baby!
Thanks Kristen! I’m loving the baby cuddles
OHHHHHHHH I’m dying. I just want to eat him! Congrats!!
Thanks Bev! I want to eat him too but then he’d be back in my belly and goodness knows I DO NOT want that!
He’s such a beautiful little blessing — congrats mama!
Thank you, Cat!
He is just perfect!! Congrats to you and your family. What a perfect Christmas present!
Thank you, Erin!
Love these photos! You will get into a good routine in no time at all. Having 3 boys, I have learned there is more to life than a clean house. Enjoy every minute you can, it goes by fast!
Thanks Miss! xo
Awww….what a lovely Christmas present to have!
Congrats”
Thanks Regina! Best Christmas present ever
Blessings are yours… Congratulations !!!
Thank you Linda!
Congrats, these are awesome times and your kids are wonderful! I have a boy and girl and they are so funny together!!
Thanks Gerry! I can’t wait to see them interact as N gets older.
Oh, what a precious little one! Congratulations, Rachel. He’s beautiful.
Thank you!
So precious! I already miss the baby phase. Adding another one is definitely an adjustment but I know you’ll be fine!
Thanks Jamie! I forgot how much I enjoyed cuddling with a little tiny baby
CONGRATS my dear sweet friend! The best Christmas present of all. He is beautiful. So excited for you and your family.
Thank you Sally! Definitely the best Christmas present
congratulations…he is so adorable…and what beautiful pictures of E..and E hold him…ahhhhh…love…what blessed joy filled Christmas I am sure you all had!
Congratulation to you. What a beautiful Christmas gift.
Thank you, Donna!
Just precious!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! That last picture of your two babies just melted my heart. Love.
N is adorable! What a blessing that all fell into placed as prayed for. Enjoy your two little ones!
Thanks Melissa! God has definitely been good to us.
Oh he is a bundle of cuteness! Congratulations!
Congrats!! SO happy for you
Thanks Shelly!
Aw, congratulations! What a sweetie!
Seriously what beautiful kiddos you have! Hope you are recovering well and getting into your new routine… Congrats Rachel he is seriously adorable!
Congratulations, Rachel!! N is absolutely prescious!